Engineering Technician

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Generous leave

Free onsite parking

Wellbeing support

Career development

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is assisting in recruiting an Engineering Technician in Rotherham to support fabrication and welding training within a busy educational environment. You will prepare workshops, assist learners, and help maintain equipment in a safe, well-organised setting.

The role requires a Level 2 qualification in Fabrication and Welding, Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to work towards), and strong practical workshop skills with a proactive learner-support

Qualifications

• Proven industry experience within Fabrication and Welding.
• Level 2 qualification (or above) in Fabrication and Welding or a related discipline.
• Level 2 English and Maths qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Strong practical workshop skills and understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and positive approach with a genuine interest in supporting learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workshops, equipment, and materials for practical lessons, assessments, and demonstrations.
• Support students and teaching staff during practical Fabrication and Welding sessions.
• Ensure workshop equipment and machinery are maintained, safe, and ready for use.
• Distribute and control tools, materials, and consumables.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering replacement equipment and materials.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation throughout the workshop.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and report faults when required.
• Support workshop security and ensure all equipment is stored correctly.
• Assist with departmental projects and collaborate with other technical staff across Engineering disciplines.

Skills

Fabrication & Welding

Workshop skills

Health and safety

Communication

Teamwork

Learner support

Education

Fabrication & Welding Level 2

English & Maths Level 2

Job description

Engineering Technician

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £25,456 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week

About the Role

Our Client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Engineering Technician to support the delivery of high-quality engineering and fabrication training within a busy educational environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in Fabrication and Welding who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping learners develop practical industry skills. Working within modern workshop facilities, you will support both staff and students, ensuring practical sessions run smoothly, safely, and effectively. As a key member of the Engineering team, you will contribute to the ongoing development of workshop facilities, processes, and resources while helping to create an engaging learning environment for future engineers and welders.

• Prepare workshops, equipment, and materials for practical lessons, assessments, and demonstrations.
• Support students and teaching staff during practical Fabrication and Welding sessions.
• Ensure workshop equipment and machinery are maintained, safe, and ready for use.
• Distribute and control tools, materials, and consumables.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering replacement equipment and materials.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation throughout the workshop.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and report faults when required.
• Support workshop security and ensure all equipment is stored correctly.
• Assist with departmental projects and collaborate with other technical staff across Engineering disciplines.

About You

• Proven industry experience within Fabrication and Welding.
• Level 2 qualification (or above) in Fabrication and Welding or a related discipline.
• Level 2 English and Maths qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Strong practical workshop skills and understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and positive approach with a genuine interest in supporting learners.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to health and wellbeing support services.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Access to onsite facilities and employee benefits schemes.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the next generation of skilled engineering professionals while working within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.